(PERMANENT FULL-TIME) CASE WORKER - Ontario Structured Psychotherapy (OSP)

Ontario Shores Centre for Mental Health Sciences•Whitby, ON

8d•Onsite

About The Position

The Case Worker in Ontario Structured Psychotherapy (OSP) reports to the Clinical Manager of OSP. The successful candidate will be part of a team responsible for the coordination of OSP including: triaging of all referrals received to OSP; communication with referral sources to ensure complete and appropriate information is received; presentation of complete referrals to intake clinician responsible for acceptance to the program.

Requirements

Registration as a Healthcare Provider, Undergraduate Degree, or possession of a current certificate of competence as a Registered Practical Nurse if applicable.
Current CPR-HCP is required.
Current driver’s license
Ability to perform the physical demands of the position.
Sound knowledge of community resources in mental health and addiction.
Demonstrated advanced knowledge of psychotropic medication.
Thorough knowledge and ability to administer mental status examinations, psychosocial and crisis assessments.
Demonstrated knowledge of the College Standards of Practice and commitment to maintaining reflective practice standards as described by the College.
Demonstrated knowledge of Mental Health, and relevant policies and legislation, such as the Mental Health Act and PHIPA is required.
Ability to work effectively individually as well as part of an interprofessional team.
Strong collaborative skills in working with community partners and health care providers
Excellent interpersonal and effective oral/written communication skills including demonstrated excellent documentation practices.

Nice To Haves

Proficiency in a second language would be considered an asset.

Responsibilities

Ability to make support referrals
Triaging referrals received by Ontario Shores
Facilitate admission to Ontario Shores for Ontario Structured Psychotherapy
Facilitate referrals for community support/intervention.
Reflecting in depth knowledge of community resources within the OSP Catchment area
Communication with referral sources to ensure complete and appropriate information is received
Provide information and system navigation to individuals, families and other care providers.
Responsible to recognize and report patient, staff, and environment safety issues, identify and implement preventative and corrective actions, within the scope of this role.
Implements and models the Recovery philosophy in all aspects of care as a Recovery champion
Variable hours may be required, due to patient demands